Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
Good morning, Pullman.
🏘️ Community
A local animal shelter will offer adult dogs for adoption at a $60 fee this weekend.
Interested residents can visit the shelter to learn event details & meet the dogs.
The local food pantry reopened today with a modern design and updated services to better support residents.
It operates at its Pullman location and welcomes community members during regular hours.
Local organizations are working to address a rise in child welfare incidents by coordinating support services (focusing on family well-being) in Pullman.
More details on outreach plans are expected soon.
💼 Business
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories has started site preparation in Moscow for a 250,000 sqft electronic manufacturing facility.
The $50 million project will begin construction this summer and create about 1,000 jobs when fully operational.
🎓 Education
The St. John-Endicott FFA chapter is inspiring student growth via Tractor Driving, Land Evaluation and Ag Issues contests at the local high school under advisor Glory Dickerson.
Chapter officers report state-level achievements and plan additional competitions this school year.
Rosalia FFA members have built expertise in soil judging and food processing competitions — several have advanced to state-level events — while advisor Brianna Duncan coordinates ag literacy projects and upcoming leadership activities.
Pullman FFA chapter is active in 15 events.
Advisor Robert Matthews—who has 23 years guiding students—said the group hosted a trapshoot at the Colton Gun Club, wrapped its Soup-er Bowl drive with 410 items, and will soon make blankets for the Humane Society during FFA week.
🏛️ Government
Whitman County Undersheriff Chris Chapman is honored at a retirement celebration in Colfax at the Colfax Golf Course clubhouse from 3:00 to 5:30 today.
He began his 33-year career with the sheriff’s office in Colfax.
🏈 Sports
Gonzaga's women's basketball team beat Washington State 75-50 today with strong rebounding and solid defense, improving their season record (20-8, 12-3).
Their win showcased another dominant performance for the Bulldogs.
The Cougs reflected on their win over Pacific and will host Saint Mary's next.
Coaches say the team plans a strong game as fans expect a lively match at the stadium + local pride.
🎉 Pullman Events
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WCHS Furball 2026 - Wizard of Pawz
5-8 p.m. — SEL Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a buffet dinner and participate in fundraising efforts for local animal welfare.
Seeing! A Photon's Journey Across Time and Mind
7-8 p.m. — WSU Planetarium — $ — Explore the wonders of the night sky and embark on an enlightening journey through astronomical visuals.
Mars: The Ultimate Voyage
7-8 p.m. — WSU Planetarium — Admission details not specified — Experience a guided tour of Mars and explore cosmic wonders through a fulldome video presentation.
Mars: The Ultimate Voyage
5-6 p.m. — WSU Planetarium — Free entry — Explore the wonders of Mars with a fulldome presentation and guided stargazing.
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